Performance and Software
Powered by a Qualcomm MSM8227 chipset with a dual-core 1.0 GHz CPU and an Adreno 305 GPU, the Lumia 525 provides smooth operation for basic tasks. It comes with 1GB of RAM, an upgrade from its predecessor, the Lumia 520, ensuring better multitasking capabilities. Initially running on Microsoft Windows Phone 8, the operating system is upgradable to 8.1, introducing newer features and enhancements. This phone was one of the many attempts by Microsoft to strengthen its position in the smartphone market through a unique OS experience distinct from Android and iOS.